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Best Roast Potatoes


  • Author: Marlene Quinn
  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Crispy on the outside, fluffy on the inside, these roast potatoes are a perfect side dish for any meal.


Ingredients

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  • 2.5 pounds Yukon Gold or Maris Piper potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
  • 3 tablespoons high-smoke-point oil (vegetable, canola, or grapeseed)
  • 2 tablespoons butter, melted
  • 4 garlic cloves, smashed
  • Fresh rosemary and thyme sprigs
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • Optional: splash of lemon juice, smoked paprika, or grated Parmesan

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Place the potatoes in cold, salted water and bring to a gentle boil. Parboil for 8–10 minutes until edges soften.
  3. Drain potatoes and return to pot. Shake vigorously over low heat for 1 minute to roughen the edges.
  4. Toss potatoes in a roasting pan with oil and melted butter. Add smashed garlic and herbs, seasoning with salt and pepper.
  5. Spread in a single layer and roast for 25–35 minutes, turning halfway through, until golden and crisp.
  6. Finish with chopped parsley and lemon juice, serve immediately.

Notes

For extra crunch, preheat the roasting pan with oil before adding potatoes. Avoid overcrowding for optimal crispness.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Roasting
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 500mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 10mg

Keywords: roast potatoes, crispy potatoes, side dish